Cook - Overnight

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston is the city’s first elite destination for elegant accommodations and high-rise living, masterfully blended with extensive meeting space, prominent office space, designer fashion, fine dining and sophisticated amenities all in one tower. The 700,000 square-foot tower will show case over 250 luxury hotel rooms, more than 150,000 square-feet of boutique office space and 20 executive residences, all with dramatic interior finishes and unobstructed views of the surrounding neighborhoods and Downtown. The 38-story building will also feature an elegant and expansive ballroom, the largest in the Uptown area that is prominently located in the Galleria and Uptown Houston area along West Loop South with convenient access from Loop 610.

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking an experienced cook to join our new hotel team. The Cook - Overnight will be responsible for, but not limited to, assisting the Chef and Sous Chefs in the preparation, organization and execution of all meals periods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow all policies and procedures as outlined by The Post Oak Hotel Handbook.

Set assigned station(s) with the determined amount of preparation needed in a timely manner following prep list needs.

Participate actively to the kitchen activities (specials, menu changes, rules enforcement) by leading by example and delivering their best supporting management vision.

Ensure kitchen compliance and work in a safe manner following Texas sanitation guidelines, rules and regulations while ensuring adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Follow safe work habits when working with kitchen equipment such as knives, slicer, ovens, stoves, food processors etc.

Keep workstation clean and organized at all times while keeping the station stocked for the next shift.

Proficient in food allergies and knowledgeable of food preparations for special meal requirements.

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with fellow colleagues; support colleagues to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other colleagues.

Cover kitchen positions when necessary.

Must be able to determine what the minimum standard acceptable for product quality is and make sure that no product is served that fails to meet that minimum standard.

Rotates food to ensure freshness at all times.

Keep his/her area in perfect condition (work station as well as coolers and work space such as the back of the house areas including but not limited to all kitchens, hallways, storage areas, bathrooms, lockers, cafeteria).

Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.

The colleague must be able to prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.

The colleague will be able to prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.

Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food.

Understand and perform the task of cleaning and disinfecting kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment to keep them at the necessary health standards.

All colleagues will be expect to follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledgeable and well-rounded in all areas of the kitchen including cooking techniques, knife skills and product knowledge.

Must be passionate about cooking, practices and procedures.

Has working knowledge of culinary techniques, be organized, move quickly, handle pressure well and take great pride in their demeanor and work.

Possess great communication skills and display a pleasant and outgoing personality.

Ability to work in high stress conditions, pay close attention to detail, handle multiple tasks, work efficiently and demonstrate high level of patience.

Work Permit:
Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the location of this job will not be considered.

Management Position: No

Contact Info

Address: 1600 West Loop South , Houston, TX, 77027, US

Description

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston is the city’s first elite destination for elegant accommodations and high-rise living, masterfully blended with extensive meeting space, prominent office space, designer fashion, fine dining and sophisticated amenities all in one tower. The 700,000 square-foot tower will show case over 250 luxury hotel rooms, more than 150,000 square-feet of boutique office space and 20 executive residences, all with dramatic interior finishes and unobstructed views of the surrounding neighborhoods and Downtown. The 38-story building will also feature an elegant and expansive ballroom, the largest in the Uptown area that is prominently located in the Galleria and Uptown Houston area along West Loop South with convenient access from Loop 610.

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking an experienced cook to join our new hotel team. The Cook - Overnight will be responsible for, but not limited to, assisting the Chef and Sous Chefs in the preparation, organization and execution of all meals periods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow all policies and procedures as outlined by The Post Oak Hotel Handbook.

Set assigned station(s) with the determined amount of preparation needed in a timely manner following prep list needs.

Participate actively to the kitchen activities (specials, menu changes, rules enforcement) by leading by example and delivering their best supporting management vision.

Ensure kitchen compliance and work in a safe manner following Texas sanitation guidelines, rules and regulations while ensuring adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Follow safe work habits when working with kitchen equipment such as knives, slicer, ovens, stoves, food processors etc.

Keep workstation clean and organized at all times while keeping the station stocked for the next shift.

Proficient in food allergies and knowledgeable of food preparations for special meal requirements.

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with fellow colleagues; support colleagues to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other colleagues.

Cover kitchen positions when necessary.

Must be able to determine what the minimum standard acceptable for product quality is and make sure that no product is served that fails to meet that minimum standard.

Rotates food to ensure freshness at all times.

Keep his/her area in perfect condition (work station as well as coolers and work space such as the back of the house areas including but not limited to all kitchens, hallways, storage areas, bathrooms, lockers, cafeteria).

Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.

The colleague must be able to prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.

The colleague will be able to prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.

Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food.

Understand and perform the task of cleaning and disinfecting kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment to keep them at the necessary health standards.

All colleagues will be expect to follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledgeable and well-rounded in all areas of the kitchen including cooking techniques, knife skills and product knowledge.

Must be passionate about cooking, practices and procedures.

Has working knowledge of culinary techniques, be organized, move quickly, handle pressure well and take great pride in their demeanor and work.

Possess great communication skills and display a pleasant and outgoing personality.

Ability to work in high stress conditions, pay close attention to detail, handle multiple tasks, work efficiently and demonstrate high level of patience.